State v. Jordan

¶1 Comparability of out-of-state convictions depends on the elements of the crimes, not the available defenses. A difference in the laws of self-defense does not render a conviction incomparable, and Erick Jordan’s Texas conviction for voluntary manslaughter was properly included in his offender score. Finding no merit in his remaining claims, we affirm his conviction and sentence.

BACKGROUND

¶2 A loud disturbance involving 10 to 15 people erupted outside a bar late at night, attracting the attention of several neighbors, two of whom called 911. Someone fired two shots, and the crowd dispersed.…